Pensioners to receive Winter Fuel Payments from today
- 25th November 2024 4:17pm
Millions of pensioners will start receiving their Winter Fuel Payments from today, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced.
The one-off, tax-free payment helps older people with their heating bills during the winter months.
This year, the payment will be worth £300 for those who are over 65 and £400 for those who are over 80.
The payments have increased in recent years. In 2017/18, the payment was worth £250 for over-65s and £400 for over-80s.
The DWP estimates that around 11.6 million people will receive the payment this year.
The payments are normally made automatically to those who are eligible. However, those who have not received their payment by the end of January 2025 should contact the Winter Fuel Payment Centre.
The Winter Fuel Payment is one of a number of benefits that are available to pensioners. Other benefits include the State Pension, Attendance Allowance and Pension Credit.
Pensioners who are struggling with their energy bills may also be able to get help from their energy supplier. Many energy suppliers offer discounts and other support to pensioners.
For more information on the Winter Fuel Payment, visit the DWP website.
Pensioners to receive Winter Fuel Payments from today
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